Matthew McCraw

I have talked many times to fellow ministers about “opting out” of paying Social Security taxes.  There are men that I love and admire on both sides of the issue.  I choose not to “opt out” and to pay the taxes.  Before you make that decision, read this helpful article from Dr. Russell Moore. Read more

As many of you probably know by now, Apple has now introduced the newest part of their revolutionary technology-based products, the iPad.  When the iPad first came into my personal world, I wanted one.  In fact, I wanted an iPad so much, that I watched the iPad promotional video over and over again. Later that… Read more

I recently went to see my doctor for a medical check-up.  Someone asked me the last time I went for that purpose and I could not remember (that’s probably a sign that it’s time to go).  In the same manner, I think it is helpful for us to do a spiritual check-up often.  As I… Read more

As I opened God’s Word this morning I couldn’t help but be moved by Paul’s motivation to take the gospel to those who have never heard about Jesus.  Many of us may think that the time has long passed where people groups do not know about Jesus.  We would be sadly mistaken if we thought… Read more

I recently made my first trip to a Japanese Steakhouse.  I have to say that it was quite the experience.  The chef flipped his utensils, created large flames, caught shrimp tails in his hat, and performed all sorts of impressive tricks.  As I watched him cook my food I could not help but think if… Read more

I watched a news report this morning about the Ft. Hood shooter, Army Major Nidal Hasan.  In that report, a colleague of Major Hasan’s commented his concern that Major Hasan frequently commented he was a Muslim first and an American second.  I believe there is reason to be concerned about that declaration, but the reason… Read more